Madrigals and Early Music

Shakespeare's oft-set text provides the perfect framework for this original madrigal-like a cappella work. In a lilting 6/8, the strophic setting with a simple harmonic texture provides a solid work to help

Arranged as a joyful processional, this 14th-century Latin motet can be sung completely a cappella or accompanied by hand drum and tambourine. This short work includes an optional repeating section that may

Continuing the success of choral pop titles sung "as an English madrigal," we bring you this arrangement using the hit DNCE tune! This is a fantastic way to teach the genre, have fun in rehearsals, and

This well-known Italian madrigal by Orazio Vecchi is offered in two voicings, enabling singers to be successful while staying true to the style of the period.

This traditional Cornish May Day song sings like a madrigal in this pristine a cappella arrangement. The quick tempo allows for a light and energetic style of singing which is briefly contrasted in the

Clarity of line and a firm harmonic base make this fugal Renaissance madrigal accessible to your experienced ensembles. From the Amanda Quist Choral Series.

This dynamic collection presents four jazzy settings of favorite madrigals by Thomas Morley, John Bennet, and Orlando Gibbons. The first, Sing We and Chant It, is a relaxed jazz waltz with a

This piece sets the text of a well-known 16th-century madrigal of the same name by Thomas Morley in a jazz waltz style. This is a selection from the four-movement work Little Jazz Madrigals

With this follow-up to the top-seller All Star (as an English Madrigal), this fun madrigal adaptation of the Spice Girls hit from the 1990s is another fun way to teach this genre to young singers,

This joyous five-part madrigal for mixed voices by German Renaissance composer Johann Schein is a welcome addition to the body of  chamber choir literature. With the text in the original German, it is

This spirited Renaissance-era choral work includes humorous references to a chicken laying an egg, complete with poultry vocalizations. Funny and accessible, this madrigal is presented with both German and

Here is an accompanied contemporary madrigal-like piece with a lighthearted lilt, guaranteed to bring a smile. This sprightly setting capitalizes on the energy of Shakespeare's witty words from As You

This arrangement turns the 1999 Smash Mouth hit into an English madrigal. Using wonderful harmonic progressions and a tune that most will recognize from the "Shrek" movies, this a cappella piece is a fun

"As Long as I live, I shall serve the king of Love". This beautiful French chanson is a wonderful addition to your library. French madrigals (chansons) are often overlooked, but this clean edition

Lilting and dance-like, this traditional a cappella madrigal will be a delight to learn and perform with SATB choirs, especially developing choirs being introduced to the genre. With its brisk tempo,

Here's an original madrigal that's an excellent teaching piece for developing mixed or treble choirs. Independent vocal lines, terraced dynamics, and a joyful music-themed text make it an appealing concert

Featuring text from William Shakespeare and Thomas Morley's madrigal Now is the Month of Maying, this playful contemporary choral celebrates young love with sparkling vocal counterpoint in a

A text by Thomas Moore provides the inspiration for this innovative a cappella piece which uses percussion accompaniment to create a magical effect! It begins with a simple melody, then each part joins with

Fashioned after the 16th-century Italian ballettos which featured the popular "fa, la, la" refrains, this challenging a cappella madrigal presents wonderful educational opportunities packaged in a

This Renaissance madrigal, attributed to King Henry VIII, celebrates the joys of dancing, singing, and hunting. An ornamented melody and open harmonies throughout set up this style perfectly. Detailed

This lovely collection of 12 works is a celebration of the 50th anniversary of the King's Singers. The a cappella volume contains mostly madrigals and early music, with a few selections from later

Here is the famous madrigal by Thomas Morley in a stylistically authentic performance edition. Ideal for chamber, madrigal, and concert choirs, this cheerful work offers superb opportunities for developing

This is a surprising departure from what you'd expect when you read the title. An intriguing mix of old and new, Kirby Shaw's treatment of the Thomas Morley madrigal retains the original vocal parts in

Here is a set of three 20th-century madrigals designed to be performed as a single work: Better Late Than Never; The Silver Swan (based on Orlando